Bunting is a key, but often overlooked offensive skill. A simple and fun way to develop proper bunting technique is to practice directional bunting. To do this drill, all the…
To properly set the stage for special on-field memories and moments, appreciate the subtle tasks needed to ensure the surrounding environment is safe for each Little Leaguer®, manager, coach, umpire,…
The Little League® Coach Pitch Program was created to provide volunteer managers and coaches in the Little League Minor Baseball Division with the appropriate direction to organize and efficiently operate…
With so many youth sports programs adapting or canceling their offerings this year, families across the country are missing much of the time spent together during the athletic season. Fortunately,…
Survey after survey in youth sports shows that the top reason kids play sports is to have fun. One key survey from Michigan State University’s Institute for the Study of…
Most parts of the country are into the depths of winter, meaning scant chance for outdoor baseball and softball training. But don’t despair; you have plenty of opportunity to train…
For Little League® managers to get the most out of player tryouts takes some planning and preparation. Each local league conducts some form of player evaluation. As each Little Leaguer®…
Player registration and tryouts are among the best times to entice new volunteers to join your Little League®. Whether through informal conversations during sign-ups or planning a separate orientation meeting,…
Like Little League®, summer is all about kids having fun. With the warm temperatures and school out, summer presents some great opportunities for you and your Little Leaguer® to practice…
The most important time you spend with your team is at practice, and the foundation for building team character is coaching a practice focused on hustle, repetitions, and attitude. Hustle…